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Mauser C96 Red 9
The Mauser C96 Red 9 is a distinctive World War I-era variant of the iconic Broomhandle semi-automatic pistol. The “Red 9” name comes from the large red 9 on the grip, which marks pistols chambered in 9mm Parabellum instead of the original 7.63x25mm.
Key points
- Broomhandle design: the same long barrel and magazine in front of the trigger as the classic C96.
- 9mm chambering: built for the German military during World War I.
- Collector interest: the Red 9 is one of the most sought-after C96 variants.
Gear
Find 9mm ammo at True Shot Ammo, keep vintage pistols clean with supplies from Brownells, and use ShellShock electronic hearing protection at the range.
Where to buy the gear mentioned in this post
- Shop ammo at True Shot Ammo
- Shop parts, tools and cleaning gear at Brownells
- Shop ShellShock electronic hearing protection
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